of Memphis, TN

January 13, 1977 - July 31, 2021

Bruce Bui, 44, of Memphis, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, July 31, 2021. He was born January 13, 1977, to his father, An Vinh Bui and his mother, Ha Ai Hang, in Vietnam. In 1985 Bruce and his Family immigrated to the United States and settled in Los Angeles.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his parents; his loving husband, Greg Hammond; his brother, Tommy Vinh Bui; his sister, Tien Vinh Bui Jenkins; his niece, Oliva Mai Jenkins; and his chosen family of many friends and coworkers.

Bruce graduated from California Lutheran University in 1999, with a Bachelor's of Arts degree with a drama major, and a communication arts minor, with a specialization in technical theater. While attending the University, Bruce worked in the costume shop for the inaugural season for Kingsmen Shakespeare Festival, for which he returned many summers through their 20th anniversary season in 2016. After working as a freelance costume designer in Los Angeles for two years, Bruce moved to Memphis, Tennessee, to work for Ballet Memphis, where he took on the role of Wardrobe Supervisor and Resident Costume Designer. In addition to Ballet Memphis Bruce also designed costumes for many Tennessee Shakespeare Company productions among others.

In addition to his costuming work, Bruce also enjoyed acting, having performed with Emerald Theater Company, The Break-Up Show, and Friends of Georges.

A Memorial Service will be held at Ballet Memphis, 2144 Madison Avenue, Memphis, Tennessee, dates and time pending.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests for you to make memorial donations to the Friends of George's Theatre Company (friendsofgeorges.org/product/donation), Ballet Memphis (balletmemphis.org/give), or a charity of your choice.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home
201 North Pine Street
West Memphis, AR  72303
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com